The 2024 Acura Integra Type S is Coming and Confuses Us All 

Straight to the point. Thoughts?

The fate of the Integra was sealed when Honda killed off the Civic Coupé. Ironic how it’s own heritage became its downfall.

The way things are going, a base model integra is going to be $50k MSRP in a few years. The ability to buy a new car is steadily moving out of reach for the vast majority of people. You should do a video on that. How we got here, where things are going etc.

In 1998 I was going to buy an Integra GS-R. I was stretching to about $21,500. The Acura dealer wasn't open yet so I drove around and ended up staring at a new 1997 Nissan 240SX (yes, last year's model). The 240 had an MSRP of $24,000 and I never considered it because 20 grand was too much. This one was on sale for $17,995. Sold!

I agree with you 100%. Acura should have made the Type S all wheel drive. Would have created some buzz about it.

If they didn't put the word "INTEGRA" in giant letters on the side no one would've thought it was an integra

I would have like the Integra Type S to have an AWD just to follow the TLX Type S, MDX Type S and NSX Type S

Really like these type of videos. It’s fun hearing other people’s opinions on car news and such.

After a long day of hard work coming home to watch TDIB while I eat dinner is a nice time to unwind. Thank you for the content been watching for years 👍🏽

Doesn't Acura have their Super Handling AWD? That could have been pretty cool to throw into the "Integra".

100% agree, all wheel drive would have made the car appeal to a much broader audience and a huge missed opportunity by Honda.

While the DC2 tends to be what most remember of the Integra Type R, I always dreamed of the JDM-only DB8 (4 door) Type R because it was much more rare.

they should have put simpler version the SH-AWD from the TLX, they should have done a modernized DC5/RSX

The TLX Type S is like $50k already

Fully agree that Integra type S def needed AWD to set it apart and give incentive over the civic Type Rs. ESPECIALLY since Acura has a SH AWD system in their other flagship Type S vehicles.

i definetly agree. i think that for honda just with how the awd honda community has grown it would be MASSIVE for honda and acura sales. They made great cars but they are not making a reasom for any enthusiasts to really justify buying something new. i like high reving fun hondas like my 8th gen si or my friends EK. That is what a real honda is like. Not what it is now.

This goes back to the same argument you made about the new supra. If they would have never called it a Integra there would be no "controversy" around the car; but since they did and compared it to the old Integra the actual fans don't like it

There's a SpongeBob meme for everything😂😂😂 Also that car, other than the wrx, is the biggest disappointment of the 2020s

“Just wait for the Type S” GODDAMMIT THAT WAS ME 😭😭

The integra was always a premium civic. This hit the nail on the head, just like the old tegs did. Pricing makes sense and the car makes total sense in the market compared to other cars. A maxxed corolla gr morizo is almost 50, the 400z, the golf r, and the supra are not cheap in base form and the hyundai lineup won't be as premium as this. Car makes total sense, don't need awd, don't need dct. This car ROCKS! I can't wait to drive it

I know I’m going to catch some flak for defending the integra but I actually like it. It’s a more refined version of the civic which is nice. It’s also a hatchback and you can’t even get a si hatch anymore. It’s a shame there’s no coupes anymore as all of these cars should be 3 doors but that’s over. David is right that no one wants coupes anymore (I do) but oh well. The price of the type s puts it into civic type R territory tho maybe even more. Regular new integra and integra type s have manual options if yall didn’t know cus I didn’t until recently. It’s also a shame enthusiasts like us get marginalized over and over again but this is the era of the death of the sports car :( You may still hate the new integra but these are some of the last manual cars ever. Just keep that in mind.

Definitely should be all wheel drive! That’s what I was thinking the whole time… it would justify the price for sure! I agree with you 100%

I actually think it's going to be good for the ones that want the type R platform. It's going to be easier to get the type s compared to the type R allowing for people to get one and a better deal closer to msrp

As someone who owns a FK8 the integra type S will be my next purchase the wide body in the photos look incredible and with a few mods from Mugen it will look even better. It’s sad it’s not a coupe anymore but times have changed and I’m just happy they are still trying to make fun track/Daily cars. 😊

10spd dct and sh-awd will definitely be the difference maker for this cat ig they do it

The integra type S has a different exhaust setup and tuning compared to the Civic Type R. Multiple review outlets have said that it actually sounds pretty good. That may be why motor trend says it sounds "beautiful".

As both a consumer and enthusiast of 90s Hondas, I can appreciate this car for what it is. Acura is giving us a FWD liftback with decent power, a touch of extra refinement, and its signature engagement/fun factor. The latter being something that other manufacturers have improved on their own platforms over the years but can't quite replicate - especially when it comes to the gearbox. No, I'm not onboard with them renewing the Integra moniker. But giving this the Type S treatment is a step in the right direction. Adding extra bits like heated seats, leather/alecantra trim, a tad more compliant damping/bolstering, an optional sunroof, etc, all while retaining the 6MT... this car just might find its niche between the base Integra and CTR. Put me in the "wait and see" category... EDIT: I don't think Honda will ever go AWD with the Civic/Integra chassis. If the do go AWD, I suspect it will happen when they transition to hybrid-electric.

I think almost all enthusiasts are missing the entire point. The original integra wasn't an enthusiast car. It was a slow, fancy, rebadged civic. It came as a 4 door (and coupe) because the civic had both. Then years later they saw kids were hot rodding them so they decided to make the Type R. The new integra is just a rebadged fancy civic. Exactly like the first one was. They literally just recreated the original experience only this time they are tossing us the "fast" version almost immediately. The only people pissed about the new integra have tunnel vision and only think ITR when they think of "integra".

Acura has an AWD system for the 4 and 6 cylinder that they could adjust. If they wanted to spice it up they could do an AWD with the 6speed and option the Acura DCT even if they just add a bigger turbo or bore/stroke the K20C1. It all just seems so undercooked like Honda just decided to slap the badge on it and call it a day.

I saw a youtuber last week that went to see a new type R at a dealership to see how much they marked it up. They marked it up $25,995. Thats insane. His total was $75k plus for a civic! He said nah fam im out. And he had the last gen type R to trade in just incase they didnt mark up the price. Needless to say he left the dealership 😂

As a life long honda/acura enthusiasts..you hit it right on the money...I actually had the same thoughts because if it had SH AWD..it would be a no brainer.....it would absolutely handle insane....

I feel that the Integra as a whole should have come a DCT or Honda’s 10 speed auto (especially now that the 2.0T Accord is gone). Even with staying completely FWD, it would have not only helped differentiate it from the Civic Type R, it would have done a better job in justifying its potential price increase.

Personally I prefer a FWD Integra Type S. If the Type S we're AWD, we'd need 350HP minimum to make up for the added weight the drivetrain would add for the same speed

I love the em1 and the integra both look great done right. The new integra is just a tad bit disappointing for the name

Looks like the Type S is turning heads. It's looking to be an awesome car and I think it follows the Integra heritage well, much better than the RSX did imo.

I need you to explain what you wanted and what other hatchbacks exist in that price range

I'm hoping they can actially commit to giving the Type S trim meaningful differentiation from the Type R with nicer materials and other premium appointments. Especially since it's going to be more than the CTRs base price of ~43k, approaching the TLX Type S, and competing against various other cars in its segment and in the price range

Now that I have both the 2023 si and the 2023 integra I 1000% am with you on the Type S needing more to justify the unmarked up price that Honda is going to hit us with, AWD would be a great start. They could use it as a more practical sports car then the Type R.

This video aged like fine milk 🥛 😂

As long as it's reasonably priced, I am interested.

Every time I see an ilx I'm like "oh is that the new integra?"

Would’ve loved to see SH-AWD on the Type S, I hope it can/will be added at some point in its model life.

My first new car was a ‘94 Integra GSR. Loved it. Picked up a used ‘20 Civic Type R last year. Its been a blast and I applaud Honda/Acura for keeping the manual transmission, hot hatchback segment alive. Not sure how much longer sports cars like these will be available with market trends towards SUVs and EVs.

Not surprised, price is going to be insane...

I was so excited the integra was coming back out and beyond disappointed after seeing it they really could’ve have changed it up and made it more unique I waited years for this

I don't want to own an integra, but I did get to drive a couple of the old ones almost a decade ago and I totally get why people like them. They're fun to drive.

I really love the new looks of the civic type r! 👌🔥 I wish I could afford one

You’ve pretty much hit it all, I didn’t even realize the thought of AWD till you mentioned it and your right. But I also realized my Honda fascination pretty much ended in 2006

But the Integra has always been based off the civic idk why people are getting mad about it now. Currently owning a DC2,DC5, and an FK8 I can say I am excited to see another Teggy. I love the FK8 but I've always been an Integra guy so I'm just happy to see I can get another Teg that will be similar to my FK8.

Fact of the matter is that it should’ve went after the m240i and S3 with a dual clutch and AWD. I know that’s not the Integra ethos. But realistically in this market, it’s what it should’ve been

ILX Type S

Just revealed it omg that thing is BEAUTIFUL

10:30 The engineering wouldn't actually be that hard since they've already done most of the work for other cars in their lineup. Acura already has their SH-AWD system with rear wheel torque vectoring. Yes, it was designed for automatic transmissions mated to their V6 engine, but they already partially solved this with the K23 from the RDX. That engine has a different block casting that is designed to match the bolt patterns on the V6 so that it can mate up to the same SH-AWD automatic transmission that other Acura products are using. Acura also released a manual SH-AWD transmission for a couple of years in the TL, so a manual that was designed for SH-AWD already exists and just needs to be put back into production. Therefore, to make a 4 cylinder AWD Integra with both automatic and manual transmission options, pretty much all Honda/Acura would have to do is design the engine and transmission mounts to fit the K23 engine and SH-AWD transmissions, then make room in the floor pan for the drive shaft and rear axle. Maybe give the engine more modern heads like the ones from the Civic Type-R, but tune the engine for more low end torque and midrange power for better street drivability instead of the more race track oriented tuning in the Civic Type-R. This would be relatively simple and inexpensive from an R&D perspective since most of the components already exist in the Honda/Acura parts bin, they would just need to bring them together. Unfortunately, I don't think anyone at Acura cares enough about enthusiasts to do this.

I'm a Honda guy, love em! Newest one I've owned is a EP3 Si, but they've really fell off since the K series left the Civic Si. The GR Corolla blows me away, after my current Fiesta ST, I know I want one of those. BUT! If Honda can keep the K Series alive for 1 more generation of Type R, and make that thing AWD, you best believe that would put me in a tough spot choosing between the Corolla and the Civic.

AWD would make so much sense in the Acura version of the type R. Especially since all the other Acura models come with AWD now.

You got the Tlx, accord, civic,type r and this...seriously how many more 4 door sedans or hatches we need from honda/acura? We need a freaking coupe!!!

I really like the new type R but it’s hard for me to picture myself buying a daily driver with bright red seats and red carpet. The Type S gives me an option as a stealthier package

So I been saying it on IG. Acura offers one of the best AWD system. People I seen argued the fact that oh “the integra never been awd” well nor has it been turbo… Acura wants to really make this thing stand out give it the SH-AWD. Literally the only manual they are offering is in the integra. They lacked the manual in the TLX type S. I could care less bout a coupe. I’m just saying they need to make it awd.

I was thinking the same thing about the AWD. I live in high altitude and snow is always right around the corner…. Honda just really misses a lot of markets by not offering AWD in its sports cars

Bruh just be happy there’s another option of a sport hatchback. It’s actually nice having options regardless of the price, if someone can’t afford it then it is what it is, the same people complaining about looks or anything else probably can’t really afford it or the Civic Type R. Tbh I would get an integra type S for the comfort and IF the numbers are similar to the type R because in my case I already have a S2K, if I didn’t then yeah I would go Type R as a daily car

My thoughts on your idea of them putting awd in the integra type s: I feel like every review so far that I’ve watched on the tlx type s with the single turbo j30 and awd is that it’s too heavy for the power it makes and doesn’t truly compete well with some of the other luxury sport sedans in its market, and I feel like that would be the fate of the integra type s if they included awd. Just my 2 cents

For 48k they can keep it. It will almost certainly be much more than that too considering the dealers have been jacking up the CTR prices to 70-80k out the door. These people have lost their minds.

I wish they would make it AWD.

Always love a classic Spongebob joke! That was great how you put those in. Good times watching the old seasons... Thank you David for reminding all of us to stay kids at heart!

I think it is time for honda/acura to do awd

I really wish they build the Acura Integra Type R. Maybe after they come out with the Type S, they release a limited Type R like they did with the DC2.

The point of it is it’s for 40 something year old dudes like me 😂 I don’t want to give up luxury for pure performance doesn’t it make sense no does it make me happy yes! I wish I could just drive a coup but I screwed up had kids now I got to take them from A - B with me as quickly as possible 😆

Winters are brutal where I'm located. Hell yes to an AWD Integra Type S

An AWD Integra would be amazing

I am convinced that the Integra is just the ILX renamed so that it would actually sell

48K is a lot but the reality is that if Honda added AWD the price is going up. Plus adding 200 lbs isn't a good thing. A big positive is that there will be another performance entry in the market. At 72 I'm bouncing off my own personal rev limiter. I would be very interested in the Civic R or the Intergra R. Music, 1st gen NSX at 5K+ rpms.

My buddy is an absolute insane Integra enthusiast. He has four, many Motors and all that. Fully restored teggys.... And he for some reason loves this. He thinks it's perfect. I think it's THE SAME SIMKST CARS OUT.

We were so close to Acura not having a single sport oriented model. Be happy that they have expanded the Type-S moniker across the lineup, and they’re all mechanically different than the base model card. Is the integral the most exciting car to come from Acura or Honda recently? I’d say far from it. But the integra has always been a more up scale civic. This is following the formula. You can’t be mad at Honda or Acura that the new civic is what it is, because it’s what sells the best. At least acura is keeping a V6 in the TLX. They could follow Toyota/Lexus and just throw away their flagship engine…

Being a DC2-R owner I no longer even consider HMC in my searching of anything modern to drive. IMHO after the 1st gen TSX and the 3rd gen TL-S Honda/Acura lost my completely! My first Honda was a 1982 LX Accord hatchback 5spd that I fell in love with. As a car company they never let down my expectations until the early/mid 2000's.

The only thing that'd make me want a new Integra Type S is if it were AWD/Manual or AWD/DSG.

finally a video and review telling the truth. when they announced this Type S i was ecstatic. Then once pics surfaced and then the specs surfaced i passed and actually bought G70 instead for $9k less than the Acura dealer wanted for the Type S with the "market adjustment". this car missed the mark like most of Acuras cars. great review and thanks for being honest

The teggy did start life as a 4 door so?I don't see the problem as far as that but I wish the styling did more to separate itself from the ilx.

Acura does have AWD, it’s called SH-AWD. The MDX and TLX have it on their Type S

I’m digging it, looks pretty good to me.

I agree with the awd idea, VW plays that game successfully with the GTI and Gulf R

I am actually excited about this car. I am completely ok that it is just a type R in an Acura skin. I currently dive a TSX and like the extra refinements that Acuras have over their Honda counterparts. Plus, I have kids - a coup would be totally out of the question for me. It’s impossible to please everyone…

Seen for the first time an integra driving around town the other day, seeing it in person it looked like a nice sporty 4 door acura. Obviously the main thing about it it just looks like a clone of the rest of the acura family.......and it did look like a TLX lol. But its smaller and seeing it in person i appreciated it looks more.

You are *correct,* Dude in Blue - when you suggested that Acura should have stated it was "going in a different direction" with the new Integra, as Dodge did, with the four-door Charger. Also: yes, *if* Acura were to put AWD on an Integra Type S - *that* would differentiate it (vs. Supra and the Z).

I feel sad to think that a couple of years down the road when one can no longer find any Honda dohc vtec engines to swap into our vintage civics.

If the Type S had Acura's SH-AWD and still had a 6MT, then I think it would be getting the same hype as the Corolla. It's a nice car, and I'm sure it will be fun to drive, but I think I agree that they should've done a little bit more to differentiate it from the Civic

I disagree: Integra Type S actually makes a lot of sense as "all season" version of single-dimensional Type R, because the Integra will have heated seats & steering wheel, and probably also memory seats, so different people can drive it without having to fiddle with seats position. I would prefer to have all those features in something like Type R Touring, but they fit Integra branding more.

🙋I want a coupe, please! All these sedans are Killin me

It is not problem at all that the integra and civic share platform. They have been doing it since dc2r era, it was an em1 civic. You could even change suspension parts without problems fitting them, the same happened with the dc5, the difference is that dc5 and dc2 looked absolutely different than the civic and the dc5 even thou had the Acura design language it really was a sportier Acura coupe. Today's integra looks like a lowered SUV. Even the mature look of the ctr feels better than the integra.

Straight Into The Shadow Realm...

All these type S and type R make me miss my 92 green Integra GSR.

No point $65k civic re badged integra

We all miss the high rev NA Honda days man….

I think the fact Honda are an independent company is starting to show, Toyota are huge, They have Subaru, Lexus, Isuzu, even a portion of Mazda all fall under their umbrella, Honda on the other hand is just Honda/Acura. They don't have as deep pockets as some of the larger car manufacturers do to develop an AWD system for a car that's only aimed at a niche market. They have had AWD cars in the past such as the CRV so there is a good base to start from but I think their priorities are elsewhere. I own an FN2 Civic Type R, The bastard child of the Type R world and the one everyone hates, even though it's a perfectly good car, K20, VTEC, 8,300RPM, it sounds amazing! I miss the NA high revving Honda days, That's what set them apart from everyone else, Now it's just another 2.0L turbo like the rest of the world.

I think the main problem is… welk for example. Golf R and audi s3 are practically the same vehicle DNA wise, however they completely stand apart as 2 different cars. EVERY car review ive seen on the integra says the same thing “poshy civic”

Makes me love my 04 Type S even more ❤

If they were to do a SH-AWD version they would need to cut weight. Apples to apples Acura's are too heavy ie: TLX Type-S at 4,221 lbs. One of the TLX Type-S complaints is the weight. If they could do a lightweight Sh-AWD Integra Type-S around 3,350 LBS MAX i think they could actually sell. Being a premium product more HP than their Honda "rival" The Type-R would be a plus as well imo, roughly 330. THEN I'd be okay with that MSRP. I also believe the TLX Type-S is under powered and should be around 375-385 HP to separate sales from the Type-R Civic and Type-S Integra.

As a lifelong, former diehard Honda fan, it's so surprising to realise there's *nothing* in their current lineup that I'm willing to buy. They will rue the day they chose to waste the K20C by not putting it in a proper sport chassis.

I like how enthusiasts is already bashing this car even tho its not released yet. An Integra has always been an upscaled Civic. You are getting a CTR in a tuxedo package on the Integra Type S. Just because you dont like it does not mean it sucks.

I think we need to give constructive criticism/ feedback and move on. At the end of the day these cars are being phased out. Pretty soon manuals will be even more rare if not gone, and we’ll be begging for them back. Appreciate what we have and hope for the best.

People hate on the new Acura Integra for no reason. And say Audicity B.S. that "Íntegras was two door only", when there were literally four door Íntegras (which was there before the two door Íntegras).